Audi A3 S3 8Y PDC Parking Sensor Front Rear 5WA919275C Primed

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 S3 8Y PDC Parking Sensor Front Rear Primed is an original component from the Parking sensors group, designed for operation in the front and rear zones of the vehicle body. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures consistent performance with the Audi parking assistance system, and the Mythical Black Metallic - Y9T finish allows for aesthetic integration with the vehicle's paintwork after final painting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5WA919275C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5WA919275C
• Substitutable numbers: 5WA919275C, 5WA 919 275 C
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Color: Mythical Black Metallic - Y9T
• Category: Parking Sensors

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented sensor is dedicated to Audi A3 and S3 models of the 8Y generation and operates in both the front and rear zones of the vehicle. It is responsible for the precise detection of obstacles in the immediate vicinity of the car, which translates into safer maneuvering in parking lots, narrow streets, and while reversing. Using an original solution allows for maintaining the full functionality of the factory parking assistant system, including correct information display on the screen and accurate acoustic signals.

Construction, finish, and preparation for painting

The sensor has a primed finish in the Mythical Black Metallic – Y9T shade, which facilitates further color matching to the specific body paint. This configuration allows the painter to prepare the surface in accordance with the manufacturer's technology and achieve a consistent visual effect after installation. The housing is designed for factory sockets in the Audi A3/S3 8Y bumpers, which minimizes the risk of looseness, leaks, and incorrect distance readings.

Benefits of using an original parking sensor

Using an original parking sensor in the Audi A3 S3 8Y allows for maintaining the operating parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer. In practice, this means:

• stable cooperation with the factory parking system control module,
• correct obstacle detection characteristics in the front/rear axis,
• preservation of factory acoustic and visual warning logic,
• easier diagnostics in case of potential system errors.

For the user, this translates into predictable parking assistant operation and a reduction in the risk of false alarms or "blind spots." The used OEM component is also a cost-effective solution while maintaining the proper quality of workmanship and fitment.

Selection, installation, and integration with the vehicle

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the sensor with the specific equipment configuration of the car using the OEM number and Audi catalog data. A correctly selected component allows for installation in a mode similar to plug&play, using factory brackets and the electrical harness. After installation, it is recommended to perform diagnostics of the parking system and any necessary adaptation in the controller to ensure full integration with the vehicle's electronics.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the parking assistance zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as sensors in other colors, additional control modules, or wiring harnesses, check the available parts in the Audi parking sensors category.

Used electronics and cost-effectiveness

In the case of components such as parking sensors, choosing a used OEM component is often a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. You receive a part designed exactly for the given model, maintaining factory operating parameters, without the need to experiment with replacements of uncertain characteristics. If you want to better understand how to safely choose used modules and sensors, it is worth reading the guide Used automotive electronics on board – why is it worth choosing second-hand ECU modules and sensors?.

Additional information on comparing original, replacement, and used components is also provided in the article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?, which discusses, among other things, issues of matching by OEM numbers and practical aspects of operation.